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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Carlow

Composite routes from Athlone to Carlow

Cheapest
1 h 28 min
Car
109 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Train from Kildare to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Carlow is to bus which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athlone Station station and arriving at Hanover Bus Park. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Athlone to Carlow?

The distance between Athlone and Carlow is 111 km. The road distance is 115.8 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 2h 11m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Carlow?

The bus from Athlone Station to Hanover Bus Park takes 2h 11m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Carlow bus from?

Athlone to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Carlow train from?

Athlone to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Athlone to Carlow?

The best way to get from Athlone to Carlow is to bus which takes 2h 11m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15.22 - $21.74 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Athlone to Carlow bus arrive?

Athlone to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Hanover Bus Park station.

Where does the Athlone to Carlow train arrive?

Athlone to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Carlow is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Athlone to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 87+ hotels available in Carlow. Prices start at $47.15 per night.
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